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Featured Hostels in Ranau

Kinabalu Poring Vacation Lodge - Hostel
Reception

Kinabalu Poring Vacation Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (31)
"Very near to Poring Hot Spring Park. The hosts were very helpful and kind."
The price is RM129
RM162 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Kinabalu Poring Vacation Lodge - Hostel
Ranau Backpackers Hostel
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Ranau Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
4.8 out of 10, (3)
"Cannot check in cause the hotel are already full after comform booked!"
Ranau Backpackers Hostel
Happy Garden Resort - Hostel
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Happy Garden Resort - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (6)
"Worth for the money and quite close to Kinabalu gate"
Happy Garden Resort - Hostel
Mountain resthouse
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Mountain resthouse

1.0 star property
Mountain resthouse
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Ranau?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for fun things to do. If you're hoping to enjoy the natural surroundings, you can check out the mountain views while you're here.
What is a hostel?
These dormitory-style accommodations come in quite a few different forms, but they have a few qualities in common, including low prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
What are the best hostels in Ranau?
Ready to book a hostel? These top picks get the highest reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start: Kinabalu Poring Vacation Lodge - Hostel - You can take advantage of free parking and laundry facilities, as well as barbecues. Rooms come with towels, TVs and free toiletries. Ranau Backpackers Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Happy Garden Resort - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Mount Kinabalu National Park. Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers and free Wi-Fi. Mountain resthouse - Located within a 5-minute walk of Mount Kinabalu National Park. Property features include free Wi-Fi and free parking.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Ranau?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually April and May, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 22°C. The rainiest months in Ranau are May, November, June and January, with each month seeing an average of 504 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Ranau?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to discover some places near Ranau. Get out into nature with places such as Poring Hot Spring, Mount Kinabalu Park Entrance and Mount Kinabalu National Park. Additional attractions include Desa Cattle Dairy Farm, Kokob Rafflesia Conservation Garden and Sosodikon Hill Kundasang.
What's the best way to get to and around Ranau while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Ranau on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), 45.4 mi (73.1 km) from the city centre.